Stephen
Metcalfe, local MP for South Basildon and East Thurrock, and John Baron, MP for
Basildon, called in on Basildon Bus Station yesterday to support the launch of
First Group’s new hybrid buses.
Mr
Metcalfe was delighted to accept the invitation from General Manager of First
Group, Danny Jones to see the new buses in operation and to learn about how they
will benefit both customers and the environment.
The 19 Volvo 1900H vehicles will be operating in
Basildon as part of First’s commitment to providing greener, cleaner, quieter
and smoother journeys for their customers.
The Low Carbon Emission Buses (LCEB) are able to
achieve the LCEB target for greenhouse gas emissions, which is equivalent to a
30% reduction compared to the average Euro 3 diesel bus of the same total
passenger capacity.
Stephen commented: “It was great to be with First
Group for the launch of the new buses. They offer a vital service to the people
of South Basildon and East Thurrock and customers will now benefit from more
comfortable journeys, whilst the environment benefits from reduced emissions.”
“Let’s not forget the investment this brings into the
area. Each bus costs £275k and I would like to thank First Bus for bringing
this to Basildon.”